Momentum and speed retention

Sonic crosses a curved section of terrainMoving characterThe slope changes movement direction
Sonic ManiaSonic crosses a curved section of terrain
  1. Moving character
  2. The slope changes movement direction
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The player accelerates, brakes and preserves momentum, trading fast traversal against precise trajectory changes.

Design tips

  • Test acceleration and braking on slopes as well as flat ground.

Examples